Last date to submit applications (fresh & renewal) under National Means cum Merit Scholarship Scheme for Year 2023-24 extended up to 31st January, 2024 on National Scholarship Portal
The last date for submission of applications for NMMSS for the year 2023-24 has been extended to 31st January, 2024. On the NSP portal, there are two levels of verification of the scholarship application of selected students, Level-1(L1) verification is at Institute Nodal Officer (INO) and Level-2(L2) is with the District Nodal Officer (DNO). The last date of INO level (L1) verification is 15th February, 2024 and for DNO level (L2) verification is 26th February, 2024.
Central Government warns against false media reports about HPV Vaccination Campaign for girls
The Union Health Ministry is yet to take a decision on the roll out of HPV vaccination in the country. It is closely monitoring the incidences of cervical cancer cases in the country and is in regular touch with states and various health departments regarding this.
Extension of validity of Pre-Shipment Inspection Agencies
The validity of recognition of the Pre-Shipment Inspection Agency (PSIAs) provided under Foreign Trade Policy 2023 which are completing their original
tenure of three years as on 27.12.2023 is extended upto 31.03.2024.
National Database of Unorganised Workers (NDUW) (eShram) (Scheme) to provide registration facility to all unorganised workers along with ex gratia benefit
Unorganised workers who registered between 26th August 2021 and 31st March 2022 and met with an accident during this period are entitled to an ex gratia payment of up to two lakh rupees in the event of accidental death or total irrecoverable disability and one lakh rupees for partial irrecoverable disability.
ESIC directs IPs to use AAA mobile app and proof of concept biometric authentication device for ease of seeding and face authentication of Aadhaar Numbers
Proof of concept biometric authentication device is developed for biometric authentication and seeding of Aadhar details of IPs and their family members.
PM inaugurates, lays the foundation stone of multiple development projects 12,700 crore in Navi Mumbai
Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said that today is a historic day not only for Mumbai and Maharashtra but also for the resolve of ‘Viksit Bharat’. “Even though these development projects are taking place in Mumbai, the entire nation’s eyes are glued to it”, Shri Modi said. Referring to the inauguration of India’s longest sea bridge Atal Setu, the Prime Minister said that it is proof of the commitment towards India’s growth. Today’s occasion, the Prime Minister said, is also a symbol of accomplishment through resolution as he recalled laying the foundation stone for MTHL Atal Setu on December 24, 2016. He reiterated the government’s commitment towards completing large-scale projects as he pointed out that the citizens during the past were left hopeless owing to the negligent attitude prevalent during previous governments.
Mega Master Plan-2050 for Industrial development in Telangana
Chief Minister said that the State Government will unveil a ‘Mega Master policy’ aiming to achieve industrial growth in the entire Telangana State by 2050. The Chief Minister held a meeting with the representatives of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) at the Secretariat on Saturday. The CM said that the formula adopted for industrial development in Telangana region from 1994 to 2004 was different and the industrial policy embraced between 2004 and 2014 is at another level. The government will strive to reach industrial growth at the highest level in the coming days.
Coastal Restoration Mission by Government of Tamil Nadu
Government of Tamil Nadu on Wednesday issued orders for the launch of the Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission which is the fourth mission mode project of the Government after Climate Change Mission, Green Tamil Nadu Mission & Wetland Mission. An announcement to this effect was made by the Minister for Finance and Human Resource Management in the Budget Speech during 2023-2024.
NMC Cautions Against Impersonation Scam Involving NMC Chairman
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a public notice of that an individual with the mobile number +919062719187 is engaging in impersonation activities, claiming to be Dr. B. N. Gangadhar, Chairman of the National Medical Commission (NMC). This advisory serves as a warning to the public to exercise caution and refrain from responding to any communication initiated by the impersonator.
PCI Draws Attention To UGC Mandate On Anti-Ragging Measures
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) has issued a notice urging all pharmacy institutions to monitor Anti-Ragging measures as per University Grants Commission (UGC) directions. The UGC has issued comprehensive regulations on curbing the menance of ragging in higher educational institutions. These regulations are applicable to all institutions across the country. This notice was issued on January 12, 2024.
